Archived Opportunities

These volunteer opportunities have been archived based on an expiry date set by the originator (i.e. nonprofit organization). Please note that these opportunities are only presented for interest – to give volunteers and site visitors an opportunity to see the types of positions offered by organizations.

Kermesse Flea Market - Mover and Tables Set Up / Take Down Volunteer

Organization: IWK Auxiliary
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: Are You Strong?  Will you, your family members, or your sports team help us set up / take down Kermesse Flea Market over Friday, May 25th - Saturday, May 26th, 2018?  The IWK Auxiliary is appealing to the community to volunteer to set up and take down Kermesse Flea Market tables / donated items this year! We need around 20 strong volunteers to commit now, so that we know Kermesse Flea Market can take place as usual. Please e-mail Kermesse Coordinator andrea.reynolds@iwk.nshealth.ca and commit yourself, your spouse, your strong teenage son or daughter - or even your sports team to help out! The set up and tear down crew is crucial for Flea Market & last year’s group has retired. Please help! Volunteers needed for 5 hours work on Friday, May 25th: Ideally, we could use 4 people at the locker (tbd) to move some items to the depot (tbd, likely on Young Street, Halifax). 6-8 people needed to load our moving truck at the depot with boxes of donated items and then unload it at Gorsebrook School (South Street, Halifax). An additional 6-8 people needed to set up approximately 120 heavy wooden tables at Gorsebrook School. Volunteers needed for 4 hours work on Saturday, May 26th: 6-8 people needed to take down (fold legs & move) approximately 120 heavy wooden tables at Gorsebrook School. Other items to be removed as needed on Kermesse day. For more information about donating, or volunteering for Kermesse, please contact the Kermesse Coordinator at the IWK Health Centre.  E-mail:  andrea.reynolds@iwk.nshealth.ca Kermesse is an annual event held by the IWK Auxiliary to raise funds for IWK patient care & comfort items. Please help out!   Thank you!

Volunteers Needed At the Lung Association of Nova Scotia

Organization: Lung Association of Nova Scotia
Category: Administration / Clerical / Office
Description: Are you interested in joining a group of people who are passionate about health and community? Do you want to build your resume? Do you want to meet new people? Volunteers are needed to help with front desk reception, special projects and events. Training and orientation will be provided.  Your help will make a big difference. For further information please contact Lynette Hollett at lynettehollett@ns.lung.ca or at 902-443-8141 ext 26.

Volunteer Driver - Pick-up & Deliveries Class 5

Organization: Mission Thrift Store
Category: Driving / Transportation
Description: As a driver you'll pick up  donations from donors, and return them to the store. SHIFTS: Monday - Saturday 9am - 2pm (flexible) RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive 1 ton (Class 5) Pick up donations & return them to the store Drive responsibly and professionally REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver's license at for least 10 years and a satisfactory driving Abstract -Able to lift 25lb+ repeatedly -Respect confidentiality Strong communication skills Comfortable working in all weather

Volunteer Warehouse sorters

Organization: Mission Thrift Store
Category: Other Positions
Description: Do you like to organize? Do you like to be busy? Then this is the job for you! We are a retail outlet that has many different volunteer opportunities for everyone! Receiver Cashier & Cash assist Customer Service Repair (electronica, Furniture etc) Pricing Sorting of goods (Houseware, clothing, antiques, crafts, toys etc.) ..many more! Shift days/times: Monday – Saturday 9am – 1pm & 1pm – 5pm *Tuesday & Thursday evening shift 5pm-9pm

Autism Nova Scotia – EmploymentWorks Canada – Peer Mentor

Organization: Autism Nova Scotia
Category: Counselling / Support / Mentoring
Description: Job Description: EmploymentWorks Canada is an evidence-informed program for young adults with autism to build employment skills through community-based job sampling and work experience. Peer Mentors act as role models, help lead activities, and support participant goal development. Peer Mentors will be trained in the use of evidence-based teaching strategies such as Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Peer Mentors must be out of high school, and able to volunteer for 2.5 hours a week on Tuesdays from 9:00 – 11:30 am for 12 weeks. We are seeking volunteers for our next program cycle which will run from April 10th to June 28th. Contact Name: Jamie-Lynn Black, Clinical Supervisor Contact Phone Number: (902) 593-1015 ext. 1 Contact Email: jblack@autismns.ca

Peer Mentor for Peers Helping Peers Program

Organization: Autism Nova Scotia
Category: Social and Community Service
Description: Details: • Background/police check required • Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55 • Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over • Training or orientation required Opportunity Description: Autism Nova Scotia is seeking volunteer peer mentors for their Peers Helping Peers program! Peers helping peers is a participant led program designed to assist the group in talking about employment situations. Volunteer peer mentors are positive role models who will participate in a group setting and use positive strategies to solve problems and make independent choices. Your role is critical to the success of the participants to implement these strategies during their daily lives and employment. Eligibility: • Flexible • Has reliable transportation • Can commit to 2 hours a week for 12 weeks • Enthusiastic, reliable and supportive individual

https://makeawish-atl.ca/volunteer opportunies/ropeforhope

Organization: Make a Wish Atlantic Canada
Category: Fundraising & Sponsorship
Description: What: Adrenaline-pumping rappel fun! When: Fri., June 22 Where: Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, NS What: Rope For Hope is a unique challenge event that calls on participants to raise funds to support wishes, in exchange for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rappel 15 storey’s down the side of a building at Halifax`s waterfront. 70+ people will be brave in support of amazing wish children who battle critical illness every day. Your participation can help to change lives! Register Today: www.ropeforhope.ca to secure your spot. Event manager: Joyce Nifort, Make-A-Wish Atlantic Provinces, 902-466-9474 ext. 3   joyce.nifort@makeawish.ca  

JDRF is looking for volunteers to help us with our Walk to Cure Diabetes - June 3, 2018!

Organization: JDRF
Category: Special Events / Festivals
Description: JDRF is looking for volunteers to help us with our Walk to Cure Diabetes! When: Sunday, June 3, Registration 10 a.m. with Walk Start Time 11:30 a.m. Where: DeWolf Park, 150 Waterfront Drive in Bedford This year, the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes will be celebrating its 25th anniversary! It's a powerful fundraising event for families, friends and business in communities across Canada. The Walk is an annual celebration of hope – the hope of living in a world free of insulin injections, finger pokes, and the constant threat of developing complications. The event raises awareness about T1D and collects crucial funds for research to help cure, better treat and prevent diabetes.  Help Us Cure Diabetes! If you are interested please contact Tanya at tpoulton@jdrf.ca or (902) 453-1009. Click here to register and volunteer online.

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